2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2010 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2010 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1945 kg more than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Daihatsu Charade. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2010 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Toyota | Daihatsu |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Charade |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 36 L |
